Magnitogorsk Iron & Steel Works is located in the Chelyabinsk region of the Russian Federation. Established in 1721 and formally registered in 1785, it was the fifth largest steel manufacturer and the largest in the Soviet Union. It ranked as one of the top twenty steel mills in the world, who employ nearly ten thousand people. It was the location of a massive gulag.
Magnitogorsk is a city founded to support the production of iron and steel that the Soviet Union desperately needed, to help construct the factories, railways, and monuments associated with the modernisation of the nation. Production of the iron and steel works started in 1929, when construction began. Since then, Magnitogorsk has been producing high quality iron and steel products including pipes and automotive parts, as well as steel for the nuclear and aircraft industry. It has played an important role in the Russian economy, producing a range of steel products for both Russia and the world, from raw materials to finished products.
Magnitogorsks modern steel production involves a three-step process; including ore extraction and coking, rolling and various processing stages. In terms of the first step of steel manufacturing, ore extraction and coking, Magnitogorsk supplies the entire Russian market with most of its ore and the majority of its coke. The ore extraction and coking units have undergone modernisation and expansion over the years, helping Magnitogorsk to increase its production capacity by over ten times its original level.
The second step involves rolling steel. This is done at Magnitogorsks rolling mills which have also been expanded over the years in order to accommodate higher output requirements. Rolling is done in both hot and cold conditions, in order to better customise the steel products. Flexibility in the rolling process allows Magnitogorsk to make a variety of steel products with varying sizes and shapes.
The last stage of the process involves product finishing and treatment which range from electrotechnological and welding processes to product assembly. This includes setting apart and cutting, hydro-cutting and milling, dross removal and polishing, as well as product packaging and delivery. Each process follows specific guidelines and quality control measures set for each product.
Over the years, Magnitogorsk has grown to become a leading name in the Russian steel industry. It is committed to providing high-quality steel products, ensuring that customers receive the products they need on time and in the best condition. As a result, Magnitogorsk has established a strong customer base who value its commitment to quality and service excellence.
